457(f) Plans

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Retirement — Gov & Nonprofit

About this plan

A 457(f) plan is an executive deferred compensation arrangement for key employees at governmental and tax-exempt organizations. Unlike a 457(b), there are no IRS contribution limits — making it a powerful tool for supplementing compensation above standard plan caps. Contributions vest when a substantial risk of forfeiture is satisfied, creating a meaningful retention incentive.

What's Included

No IRS contribution limits
Substantial risk of forfeiture required for tax deferral
Taxed upon vesting — not at contribution
Designed for key employees and senior leadership
Coordinates with existing 403(b) and 457(b) strategy
Effective long-term retention mechanism
Plan document preparation and ongoing compliance
Administered by NBS alongside your other governmental plans

For Employers

When base compensation and 457(b) limits aren't enough to retain top executives, a 457(f) fills the gap. NBS prepares the plan document and administers the arrangement alongside your existing plans.

For Participants

A 457(f) defers a portion of your compensation until a vesting date — typically tied to continued employment. When you vest, the amount becomes taxable income. It's a retention-driven supplement to your other retirement benefits.

NBS administers more than 457(f) Plans

Many employers use NBS across multiple benefit types — consolidating administration simplifies vendor management and gives your employees a consistent experience. You may also be interested in these related plans.

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Whether you're an existing client, a participant with a question, or exploring NBS for the first time — our team is ready.